Photos of the Week: Bomb Cyclone, Rainbow Hills, Park Hawk
Christmas decorations in England, a virtual taekwondo championship in Singapore, a mummified saber-toothed tiger cub in Russia, a new volcanic eruption in Iceland, and much more
Shortlisted Images for the 2024 Close-Up Photographer of the Year
Some of the early picks from this year’s competition, featuring close-up, macro, and micro photography
The Problem With Boycotting Israel
Writers should build bridges instead of walls.
This Is What Record-Breaking Bad Air Looks Like
Recent images of the record-setting smog blanketing the area
He Was the World’s Longest-Held Death-Row Inmate. He Was Also Innocent.
Each day for 50 years, the Japanese boxer Iwao Hakamada woke up unsure whether it would be his last.
American Kakistocracy
Italy knows a thing or two about what the United States faces—but there are key differences between the two countries’ experiences.
Photos of the Week: Blue Pond, Camel Fair, Embracing Peace
Speed climbing in Saudi Arabia, wildfires in California and New Jersey, a blanket of smog in New Delhi, a celebration of rural life in Turkey, Veterans Day in Seattle, and much more
Israel Is Fighting a Different War Now
The Israeli high command now sees all of its conflicts as elements of a single, multifront war with Iran.
The Real Reason Trump Picked Mike Huckabee as Ambassador to Israel
And what it means for the future of Palestinians and Israelis
Putin Isn’t Fighting for Land in Ukraine
And Biden has mere weeks to give the Ukrainians the resources they need to fight.
Winners of the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2024
Some of the winning and honored photographs from this year’s competition
Helping Ukraine Is Europe’s Job Now
Trump is closer to Putin than to any of the continent’s democratic leaders.
I’ve Watched America and Ukraine Switch Places
We know a thing or two about defending democracy. So do you.
The American Global Order Could End
U.S. voters wanted change. The world may pay the price.
Why Netanyahu Fired His Defense Minister
The Israeli prime minister faces a dilemma that Yoav Gallant’s departure won’t solve.
Photos of the Week: Flaming Barrel, Scottish Surf, Pelican Icon
Election Day in the United States of America, a volcanic eruption in Indonesia, a penny-farthing race in Prague, autumn colors in China, and much more
My Hope for Palestine
There’s still a path to lasting peace. But we’ll need a new set of leaders.
Xi May Lose His Gamble
North Korean troops are in Russia. Is that really what’s best for Beijing?
The Greatest Opportunity That Wasn’t
Chaos is the only likely winner in the Middle East.
Photos of the Week: Beach Bus, Ghost Dog, Celtic Fire
Autumn colors across Europe, Day of the Dead displays in Mexico, Diwali lights in India, deadly flooding in Spain, World Series celebrations in Los Angeles, and much more